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BTVS Wesley & Lorne Exclusives
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January 2005 - Diamond Select Toys has announced the retail partners for several exclusive Wesley and Lorne action figures from their Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel series:- "House Always Wins" Lorne - Time and Space Toys (summer convention exclusive)
- "Bad Girls" Wesley - Previews Exclusive (available through comic book stores)
- "Waiting in the Wings" Wesley - Tower Records
- "Rain of Fire" Wesley - Time and Space Toys
- "Parting Gifts" Wesley - ToyFare Magazine
Scroll down to read more details about each figure and the retail partners.
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, TIME AND SPACE TOYS HIT A HIGH NOTE WITH NEW LORNE ANGEL FIGURE
Time and Space Toys will be offering an exclusive "House Always Wins" Lorne action figure, based on one of the key characters from the hit TV show, Angel. The Lorne figure is scheduled to be released as a summer convention exclusive by Time and Space Toys.
"Lorne's journey on Angel lead him from comic relief, to colorful sidekick, to an integral part of the team," said Time and Space Toys President Kevin Kriess. "The 'House Always Wins' Vegas episode was the center of this journey, the merging of 'entertainer' Lorne and 'evil fighting' Lorne in one well-dressed package. It's the perfect recipe for a colorful addition to one's Buffy/Angel figure collection."
Gentle Giant and DST came together to create a detailed rendering of Lorne during his fourth season excursion to Las Vegas. Standing approximately 6" tall, this exclusive comes with 14 points of articulation and accessories including, a microphone, vodka bottle, martini, "Million Dollar Spin to Win" cup, and stage base.
"Lorne was held prisoner in Vegas and forced to help steal people's destinies," said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing Coordinator Mike Leavey, "Despite that, he managed to secretly contact the crew of Angel Investigations and help them save the day."
ABOUT DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC was founded in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. Envisioned to create unique and exciting collectibles for children and adults alike, the company has licensed a variety of pop culture properties to be turned into merchandise. With partners such as Marvel Enterprises, Dreamwave Productions, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV, Bliss House, and MGM, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles produces a large range of products based on a wide variety of properties, and is headquartered in Timonium, MD. For more information, visit www.diamondselecttoys.com.
ABOUT TIME AND SPACE TOYS
TIME AND SPACE TOYS, family owned and operated, is an online retailer of high quality, licensed toys and collectibles based on entertainment properties. Since 1997, the company has served tens of thousands of customers all across the United States and in over 55 countries around the world. Time & Space Toys has established itself as one of the major retailers of Buffy the Vampire Slayer merchandise. For more information, please visit www.timeandspacetoys.com.
ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING - a recognized industry leader - licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines.
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, DIAMOND PREVIEWS HIT THE BOOKS WITH NEW WESLEY BUFFY FIGURE
Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC has teamed up with Diamond Previews to create an exclusive action figure based on one of the key characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the Buffy: "Bad Girls" Wesley action figure.
Gentle Giant Studios sculpted this figure which depicts Wesley from his first appearance on Buffy. Standing approximately 6" tall, this exclusive - which is scheduled to be released in May - comes with 16 points of articulation; as well as a wooden cross, briefcase, amulet, two Watcher's Diaries, additional books, and a bookcase.
"Everything Wesley has accomplished on Angel can be traced back to his experiences on Buffy," said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing Coordinator Mike Leavey, "We feel that Bad Girls Wesley appeals to Buffy and Angel fans alike and will be a welcome addition to anyone's collection."
Chris Schaff, Brand Manager for Diamond Previews added, "The entire Angel line of figures has been an incredible hit among both the fans and retailers. Previews is very excited about the exclusive release of this figure and looks forward to more down the line."
ABOUT DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC was founded in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. Envisioned to create unique and exciting collectibles for children and adults alike, the company has licensed a variety of pop culture properties to be turned into merchandise. With partners such as Marvel Enterprises, Dreamwave Productions, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV, Bliss House, and MGM, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles produces a large range of products based on a wide variety of properties, and is headquartered in Timonium, MD. For more information, visit www.diamondselecttoys.com.
ABOUT DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS
DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS, INC. - the world's largest distributor of English-language comic books and related merchandise - is based in Timonium, Maryland, with strategically located Distribution Centers servicing more than 4,500 specialty retailers worldwide.
ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING - a recognized industry leader - licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines.
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, TOWER RECORDS READY FOR A NIGHT ON THE TOWN WITH NEW WESLEY FIGURE
Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC is teaming up with Tower Records to create an exclusive action figure based on one of the key characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the Angel: "Waiting in the Wings" Wesley action figure.
Gentle Giant Studios sculpted the figure which depicts Wesley from the Third Season of Angel. Standing approximately 6" tall, this exclusive - which is scheduled to be released in May - comes with 16 points of articulation; as well as a fencing sword, ballet program, magic amulet, and functioning weapon's cabinet.
"We have succeeded in creating an action figure with a truly great and classy look," said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing Coordinator Mike Leavey, "and thanks to our great relationship with Tower Records we have an outlet for this new figure."
"Tower is pleased to be working once again with Diamond Select to support and promote the newest figure release in the very successful Buffy the Vampire Slayer action figure line," remarked Kevin Winnik of Tower Records. "The response to Buffy and Angel collectibles has been overwhelming and Tower looks toward forward to working with Diamond Select to continue the success and growth of this fan favorite property!"
ABOUT DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC was founded in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. Envisioned to create unique and exciting collectibles for children and adults alike, the company has licensed a variety of pop culture properties to be turned into merchandise. With partners such as Marvel Enterprises, Dreamwave Productions, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV, Bliss House, and MGM, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles produces a large range of products based on a wide variety of properties, and is headquartered in Timonium, MD. For more information, visit www.diamondselecttoys.com.
ABOUT TOWER RECORDS
TOWER RECORDS has long been recognized throughout the world for its unique brand of retailing. Founded in 1960 in Sacramento, CA, the company's phenomenal expansion over the four decades has brought the Tower name and retail philosophy to eighteen countries globally: United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, China (Hong Kong), Mexico, Argentina, Israel, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Columbia and Ecuador. Tower Records owns and operates 183 stores worldwide with 61 franchise operations in seven countries. Tower also has an extensive online presence at www.TowerRecords.com.
ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING - a recognized industry leader - licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines.
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, TIME AND SPACE TOYS TO FIRE UP NEW WESLEY ANGEL FIGURE
Online retailer Time and Space Toys (www.timeandspacetoys.com) will be offering the exclusive action figure, "Rain of Fire" Wesley, to be released in May. This figure features one of the key characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
"This is the Wesley figure variant that the fans want," said Time and Space Toys President Kevin Kriess. "Ever since Wesley attacked that Beast with an onslaught of firearms in 'Rain of Fire' customers have been asking us to help bring 'tough guy' Wesley into their collections."
Gentle Giant Studios sculpted the 6" figure, which depicts Wesley from the chaotic fourth season of Angel. The Wesley figure features 16 points of articulation; as well as a crossbow, shotgun, "Rhinehardt's Compendium" reference book, two pistols, and a functioning weapon's cabinet.
"This exclusive figure shows Wesley at his best," said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing Coordinator Mike Leavey. "Faced with an unstoppable foe and rain of fire, Diamond Select Toys and Time & Space Toys are proud to create an exclusive figure as tough, resourceful, and dedicated as Wesley himself."
ABOUT DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC was founded in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. Envisioned to create unique and exciting collectibles for children and adults alike, the company has licensed a variety of pop culture properties to be turned into merchandise. With partners such as Marvel Enterprises, Dreamwave Productions, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV, Bliss House, and MGM, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles produces a large range of products based on a wide variety of properties, and is headquartered in Timonium, MD. For more information, visit www.diamondselecttoys.com.
ABOUT TIME AND SPACE TOYS
TIME AND SPACE TOYS, family owned and operated, is an online retailer of high quality, licensed toys and collectibles based on entertainment properties. Since 1997, the company has served tens of thousands of customers all across the United States and in over 55 countries around the world. Time & Space Toys has established itself as one of the major retailers of Buffy the Vampire Slayer merchandise. For more information, please visit www.timeandspacetoys.com.
ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING - a recognized industry leader - licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines.
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, TOYFARE TO OFFER NEW WESLEY FIGURE
Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC has teamed up with Wizard Entertainment's ToyFare Magazine to offer an exclusive action figure based on the character Wesley from the TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The figure, "Parting Gifts" Wesley, will be released in May and available only through ToyFare Magazine.
The 6" figure was sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios and depicts Wesley from the first season of Angel. The figure boasts 16 points of articulation and comes with a crossbow, axe, two motorcycle helmets, and a functioning weapon's cabinet.
Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing Coordinator Mike Leavey commented, "Based on his short-lived career as a Rogue Demon Hunter, both Diamond Select Toys and ToyFare magazine are happy to blend Wesley's 'unique' sensibilities with his desire to help mankind."
"After great success with our Willow and Spike exclusives we are very excited about our next exclusive from Diamond Select's Buffy and Angel lines," said Gabe Fieramosco Product Manager for Wizard Entertainment. "The Wesley figures look great and we can't wait to add a 'Parting Gifts' Wesley to our collections, although we still haven't figured out what a Rogue Demon is."
ABOUT DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS AND COLLECTIBLES, LLC was founded in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. Envisioned to create unique and exciting collectibles for children and adults alike, the company has licensed a variety of pop culture properties to be turned into merchandise. With partners such as Marvel Enterprises, Dreamwave Productions, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV, Bliss House, and MGM, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles produces a large range of products based on a wide variety of properties, and is headquartered in Timonium, MD. For more information, visit www.diamondselecttoys.com.
ABOUT WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT GROUP<,br>WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, the industry leader in the comic book and collectibles market, publishes four magazines - Wizard: The Comics Magazine, InQuest Gamer: The Gaming Magazine, ToyFare: The Toy Magazine and Anime Insider: The Japanese Animation Magazine - and is the co-publisher of Toy Wishes: The Holiday Gift Guide. Wizard's publications have a monthly national readership of more than two million and are currently sold in 25 countries and five languages. For more information, visit www.wizarduniverse.com.
ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX LICENSING AND MERCHANDISING - a recognized industry leader - licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines.
  
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